Some alarmed by removal of Chicago homeless encampments ahead of DNC
CHICAGO -- On Monday night next week, President Joe Biden will close the first night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.A week earlier to the day, crews started building the security perimeters around the stadium—the inside of which will only be accessible by people with proper credentials.Meanwhile in nearby areas, some neighbors have noticed some changes to other streets nearby—where homeless encampments have been set up.
'The coalition wants to make sure the removal of the people is for long-term housing—not just optics for the DNC.'Are we concerned about them the next day?' Schenkelberg said. 'You know, and we've been told by the city, and have reason to believe, that they are working on long-term solutions.'Julie Darling is president of the West Loop Community Organization. She said control of large homeless encampments is necessary.
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